Moving from Port St. Lucie, FL to Shreveport, LA
It is 1019 mi between Port St. Lucie and Shreveport β roughly 18h 55m of driving, plus rest stops and overnight, through 4 state(s). A long-haul move crosses climate zones and usually state-income-tax lines. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data into a side-by-side comparison so the differences are easy to scan.
1019 mi Β· 18h 55m by car Β· FL β AL β MS β LA
Distance & route
| Route through | FL β AL β MS β LA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, I 20, US 80 |
| Major cities en route | Palm Bay, Orlando, Gainesville, Tallahassee, Mobile |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Port St. Lucie | Shreveport | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 100.228 | 84.766 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 87.031 | 72.558 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.24 | 93.691 | 100.0 |
| Services | 113.642 | 52.286 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living drops 15.4% moving from Port St. Lucie to Shreveport β meaningful on rent but closer to parity on groceries.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
YoY change: Port St. Lucie β, Shreveport -2.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Port St. Lucie | Shreveport |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 75Β°F | 67Β°F |
| January avg low | 57Β°F | 37Β°F |
| July avg high | 89Β°F | 94Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 0.9" |
| Annual precipitation | 58.9" | 51.4" |
Annual temperature drops 8.6Β°F moving to Shreveport per NOAA normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: Shreveport sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: NETTLES IS, FL US, SHREVEPORT, LA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Port St. Lucie | Shreveport |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 220,453 | 183,483 |
| Median household income | $78,137 | $48,465 |
| Median age | 43.7 | 37.5 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 17.7% | 15.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.78 | 2.43 |
Shreveport households earn about 15.4% less than Port St. Lucie at the median β $78,137 β $48,465 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Shreveport MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 23,700 | $36,480 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 16,310 | $29,300 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 16,190 | $22,900 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 15,220 | $34,870 |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations | 15,190 | $69,280 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Florida and Louisiana
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Louisiana's DMV for the current deadline to transfer driver license and vehicle registration after establishing residency. Consult a tax professional for your specific filing situation β state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20β30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Shreveport average 94Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Pack rain gear on top: Shreveport averages 51.4 in of annual precipitation β waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
- Hurricane season runs June through November β stock a basic emergency kit during unpack.
- Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
- Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
- Register to vote in Louisiana after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
Is Shreveport more expensive than Port St. Lucie?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Shreveport is 15.4% lower than Port St. Lucie (84.766 vs 100.228, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does household income compare in Port St. Lucie vs Shreveport?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $48,465 in Shreveport vs $78,137 in Port St. Lucie β a 38.0% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in Shreveport compare to Port St. Lucie?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $39,150 in the Shreveport MSA vs $40,900 in the Port St. Lucie MSA, on total employment of 170,470 and 163,210 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
When is the best time to move from Port St. Lucie to Shreveport?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1019 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is Shreveport, LA from Port St. Lucie, FL?
The driving distance is 1019 mi and the route typically takes 18h 55m via I 10 and I 20. The trip crosses 4 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
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City profiles: Port St. Lucie, FL Β· Shreveport, LA.